What tubes does the Fender Deluxe Ab868 use?

The Fender Deluxe Ab868 uses 4× 12AX7, 1× 12AT7 preamp tubes and 2× 6V6 power tubes.

When was the Fender Deluxe Ab868 produced?

The Fender Deluxe Ab868 was produced 1969–1972.

Fender Deluxe Ab868 preset

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The Fender Deluxe Reverb AB868 is a silverface-era version of the classic Deluxe Reverb, introducing the revised AB868 circuit under the new silverface cosmetics. It retains the core 22W 6V6-powered design with spring reverb and vibrato while incorporating changes made during the CBS ownership period. Early silverface units like the AB868 remain close in tone to the blackface originals.

Years produced: 1969–1972
Made in: USA
Wattage: 22W
Channels: 2
Preamp tubes: 4× 12AX7, 1× 12AT7
Power tubes: 2× 6V6

Tags: american, clean, vintage.

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